LABORATORY ASSOCIATE SKILLS, EXPERIENCES, AND JOB REQUIREMENTS

Published: Jan 06, 2026 - The Laboratory Associate supports plate-based assay development and executes protocols and Standard Operating Procedures with a strong focus on quality and task prioritization. This role requires proficiency in statistical analysis tools such as JMP, Minitab, R, Excel, and Prism, along with strong organization and documentation skills. The associate also works collaboratively, communicates clearly, and applies knowledge of analytical development, molecular diagnostics, and next-generation sequencing.

Essential Hard and Soft Skills for a Laboratory Associate Resume
  • Solution Preparation
  • GMP Documentation
  • Lab Safety
  • Equipment Calibration
  • Sample Testing
  • SOP Development
  • Reagent QC
  • Data Integrity
  • Specimen Processing
  • DNA Extraction
  • Cross-Teamwork
  • Lab Collaboration
  • RND Collaboration
  • Troubleshooting Support
  • Quality Collaboration
  • Order Handling
  • Research Support
  • Surgical Support
  • Lab Training
  • Issue Reporting

Summary of Laboratory Associate Knowledge and Qualifications on Resume

1. BS in Microbiology with 5 years of Experience

  • Experience working in a laboratory, taking samples, on data analysis management and maintaining instrumentation
  • Experience working in a fast-paced environment
  • Ability to adapt and learn in a changing work environment
  • Ability to anticipate, recognize, and seek process and laboratory problems, and implement improvements based on the findings
  • Excellent communication and presentation skills both verbal and written
  • Strong analytical skills to evaluate change factors and formulate independent decisions
  • Experience with email, spreadsheet and word processing applications
  • Good medical terminology and ability to perform conducting of vital signs
  • Experience performing PBMC blood processing
  • Strong understanding of quality compliance and Good Clinical Practices (GCP)
  • Ability to learn and maintain a good working knowledge of FDA regulations and company/client SOPs and WPDs
  • Basic computer skills, including proficiency with Microsoft Office, and capable of learning new software/hardware

2. BS in Biochemistry with 4 years of Experience

  • Experience in a BioTech manufacturing environment or other regulated industry
  • Ability to work in a team environment
  • Good attention to detail
  • Good problem-solving abilities
  • Good organizational and time management skills
  • Ability to multitask and oversee numerous studies with a variety of therapeutic areas and sizes simultaneously
  • Strong oral and written communication skills, including the use of Business English
  • Skilled in all types of audit preparations and oversight during audits
  • Good interpersonal, leadership and consultative skills
  • Familiarity with archival processes and systems

3. BS in Molecular Biology with 3 years of Experience

  • Laboratory experience in academia or industry, developing and executing bacterial protein expression workflows
  • Prior experience executing upstream and/or downstream process development
  • Previous protein manufacturing experience (research-grade or cGMP)
  • Working knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel 
  • Must have the ability to follow work instructions and priorities as determined by a supervisor
  • Must demonstrate flexibility to work in a fast-paced and ever-changing environment
  • Must work well both independently and in a group setting
  • Must have strong organizational skills and attention to detail
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Ability to work in a team environment

4. BS in Biomedical Science with 4 years of Experience

  • Experience in the life sciences, biotechnology or pharmaceutical industry
  • Experience in an analytical setting and executing assays relevant to cell and gene therapy
  • Excellent organization and documentation skills, committed to internal documentation practices
  • Basic knowledge and practical experience in cellular, molecular and chemical analytical methodologies, including but not limited to qPCR, ddPCR, biological assays, and others
  • Practical experience in aseptic technique in a variety of cell line maintenance techniques
  • Knowledge of Gene Therapy analytics methods, especially methods used to characterize Adenovirus and Adeno-Associated Virus vectors
  • Experience with automation technology platforms 
  • Experience and knowledge of working with biohazard infectious agents 

5. BS in Clinical Laboratory Science with 5 years of Experience

  • Experience in a regulated environment
  • Understanding of current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP) and Good Documentation Practices (GDP) 
  • Familiarity or experience with cGMP within Biotech or Pharmaceutical operations
  • Knowledge of non-manufacturing functions such as QC, Regulatory, QA, and/or Materials Management
  • Prior experience with lab equipment 
  • Knowledge of mathematical calculations (addition, subtraction, division, multiplication) and rounding
  • Must have excellent written and oral communication skills
  • Must be team-oriented and detail-oriented and able to work in a fast-paced environment
  • Ability to perform basic computer operations, such as the ability to navigate in MS Office, use email, and complete training using Web-Based Training (WBT)
  • Must be able to read and understand English

6. BS in Chemistry with 3 years of Experience

  • Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication as well as presentation skills
  • Able to work in a team environment that values open and honest communication, embraces challenge, innovation and continuous improvement, works hard and loves to have fun, is fast-paced and displays a can-do attitude
  • Familiarity with general laboratory equipment such as microscopes, centrifuges, pipettes, etc.
  • Experience in biomarker research and coursework in genomics
  • Ability to read and write English and mathematical skills
  • Computer skills, presentation skills, and general interpersonal skills
  • Ability to read and understand procedures and blueprints
  • Basic understanding of chemistry

7. BS in Bioengineering with 4 years of Experience

  • Professional experience working in a fast-paced or heavily regulated industry
  • Experience with GSuite, Microsoft Excel and Word
  • Excellent organizational, communication and interpersonal skills
  • Knowledge of safe handling of biohazardous specimens and chemical reagents
  • Experience working in an industrial laboratory setting
  • Experience working in a laboratory setting, prior experience working with microbial cultures and general microbiology techniques
  • Knowledge of the following industry regulations: FDA (Food and Drug Administration), GMP (Good Manufacturing Practice) / QSR (Quality System Regulation), ISO (International Organization of Standardization)
  • Knowledge of PC spreadsheet, word processing, and database applications
  • Good problem-solving skills with the ability to make independent decisions

8. BS in Environmental Science with 2 years of Experience

  • Experience in an industrial laboratory environment
  • Experience working with Biosafety Level 2 (BSL2) materials
  • Strong computer software skills including but not limited to Microsoft Office and scientific graphing software such as PRISM or Origin
  • Experience with UV spectrophotometers, and UV/fluorescence/luminescence plate readers
  • Experience conducting quantitative PCR assays
  • Strong interpersonal skills including networking ability, with the desire to contribute towards team success
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills
  • Excellent project management skills

9. BS in Toxicology with 3 years of Experience

  • Experience working in a Clinical Laboratory under CLIA regulations
  • Good attention to detail
  • Good verbal and written communication skills
  • Good interpersonal skills and time management
  • Ability to work independently while following SOPs
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, independently and as part of a team
  • Experience using microliter single-channel and multi-channel pipettes
  • Experience performing data entry
  • Experience using basic laboratory equipment

10. BS in Pharmacology with 5 years of Experience

  • Strong prioritization, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills
  • Strong collaborative skills and ability to work well within a team
  • Work and communicate well with a diverse group of individuals at multiple levels
  • Self-motivated with critical attention to detail
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline-oriented environment
  • Experience and knowledge in laboratory safe practices, including the use of PPE, SDSs and proper handling and disposal of laboratory waste
  • Previous work in a laboratory setting 
  • Experience working in a laboratory setting
  • Highly motivated, enthusiastic, hands-on, organized, with a strong ability to manage competing priorities in a dynamic environment

11. BS in Public Health with 4 years of Experience

  • Working experience in an industrial or academic pharmaceutical laboratory setting
  • Experience working with and/or validating various plate formats such as 96, 384, and 1536 well plates
  • Strong organization skills with an emphasis on attention to detail to enable multitasking and scheduling of multiple requests
  • Strong work ethic, self-motivation, fast learner, independent but team-oriented, strong communication skills
  • Ability to work with a broad range of personalities
  • Must be able to work safely in a laboratory environment with a lab coat, protective eye wear and gloves
  • Ability to handle multiple tasks concurrently, and in a timely fashion
  • Must be detail-oriented, conscientious and have high reading comprehension skills
  • Must have a basic understanding of laboratory instrumentation
  • Must be able to communicate effectively with supervisors and peers and have a positive attitude

12. BS in Nutrition Science with 3 years of Experience

  • Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing
  • Ability to effectively manage multiple and/or changing priorities with minimal supervision
  • Strong technical orientation
  • Excellent mechanical and problem-solving skills
  • Highly motivated individual, adept at working independently to complete assigned tasks punctually, effectively and safely
  • Working experience in Phlebotomy
  • Must have Phlebotomy Certification 
  • Ability to work independently and multitask in a fast-paced environment
  • Must be able to switch priorities and respond to the changing needs of the department, including traveling to other locations for assignment
  • Must have the ability to read, write, and communicate in English
  • Ability to maintain confidential information

13. BS in Analytical Chemistry with 6 years of Experience

  • Working experience in an analytical laboratory setting
  • Demonstrated experience with GC and HPLC techniques
  • Previous experience in a highly regulated environment under GLP and/or cGMP
  • Demonstrated written and verbal communication skills
  • Experience in Microsoft applications and the ability to learn new software and systems quickly
  • Familiarity with equipment interfaced to computer databases, software, and data acquisition systems
  • Able to be a self-starter with the ability to balance multiple projects on different timelines
  • Proven ability and passion for working within a highly collaborative environment
  • Demonstrated mechanical skills, independent problem-solving, and strong attention to detail
  • Working knowledge and experience in GC/MS and LC/MS 
  • Solid foundation in chemistry and basic organic chemistry 

14. BS in Biochemistry with 4 years of Experience

  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Must be capable of interacting with all levels of management, coworkers, investigators and subjects
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office, computer data acquisition, data analysis, and report writing
  • Ability to independently set and manage multiple priorities
  • Demonstrates advanced judgment and decision-making ability in the execution/oversight of clinical studies
  • Familiarity with medical, pharmaceutical or medical device research
  • Basic understanding of FDA Good Clinical Practice (GCP) guidelines for Medical Devices in the conduct of clinical studies
  • Experience in Post Market surveillance of Medical Devices and Regulatory Affairs submissions for new or modified devices 

15. BS in Microbiology with 5 years of Experience

  • Experience in a laboratory environment handling specimens
  • Highly organized and systematic, superb attention to detail and ability to complete tasks with a high degree of accuracy
  • Ability to work as part of a high-level team while working independently on mission-critical tasks
  • Proven ability to learn new skills quickly and adapt to new processes smoothly
  • Computer proficiency with equivalent knowledge of standard software and general familiarity with standard office equipment and technology
  • Good written and oral communication,
  • Experience in dealing with ordering, deliveries, and computer experience
  • Knowledge and experience in a GxP environment
  • Excellent record-keeping and organizational skills
  • Exceptional attention to detail
  • Experienced in Microbiology testing in GMP settings, aseptic technique, QC analytical test methods or environmental monitoring

16. BS in Biomedical Science with 4 years of Experience

  • Must have certification MT, MLS or MLT (ASCP) certification or equivalent and ongoing active certification 
  • Able to solve technical and interdepartmental problems related to the various lab areas
  • Capable of identifying problems that may adversely affect test performance or reporting of results and taking corrective action or notifying appropriate supervisory personnel
  • Demonstrated ability to work cooperatively with others
  • Working knowledge of local, state and federal laboratory regulations
  • Ability to maintain open communication with internal employees, managers and work as part of a team
  • Ability to multitask and be flexible with tasks and schedules
  • Ability to work with self-discipline, good judgment and independence
  • Computer skills and automation skills 

17. BS in Clinical Laboratory Science with 5 years of Experience

  • Professional experience in a lab environment or similar role
  • Proficiency in English
  • Background in the cGMP-related industry
  • Strong competence in IT
  • Good verbal and written communication skills
  • Able to be aware of all relevant SOPs as per Company policy as they are related to the position covered by this Job Description
  • Support and contribute to Lean Sigma programs and activities towards the delivery of the set target
  • Able to comply with the company’s safety policy at all times
  • Must maintain the ability to work well with others in a variety of situations
  • Must be able to multitask, work under time constraints, problem-solve, and prioritize
  • Must also be able to maintain confidentiality and resolve conflicts
  • Ability to make independent and sound judgments

18. BS in Genetics with 3 years of Experience

  • Must have or be eligible for HHS-approved board certification
  • Must meet the qualifications as a laboratory director of a laboratory performing high complexity testing under the CLIA '88 regulations, Subpart M, Section 493.1443
  • Experience/knowledge in/of pharmacokinetics/pharmacodynamics/pharmacogenomics
  • Strong leadership qualities, excellent communication and organizational skills
  • Attention to detail, excellent skills in critical thinking, problem solving and the ability to make independent decisions
  • Demonstrated effectiveness in accomplishing objectives in a complex organization
  • Prior oncology knowledge/experience
  • Experience involving analytical assays for quantitation of drug compounds, such as GC-MSD, LC-MSD, and/or HPLC

19. BS in Environmental Science with 2 years of Experience

  • Lab inventory/purchasing experience within the Biotech or similar industry
  • Experience with microbiology labs in a corporate setting and maintaining an understanding of general lab best practices
  • Excellent organizational and record-keeping
  • Familiarity with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PPT, Excel)
  • Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
  • Ability to communicate between various groups and stakeholders
  • Excellent ability to problem-solve and troubleshoot various issues independently
  • Analytical testing experience within the laboratory in a commercial manufacturing environment

20. BS in Bioengineering with 4 years of Experience

  • Experience in a laboratory setting
  • Must be comfortable with the handling and processing of blood samples
  • Demonstrated ability to work both independently, following detailed work instructions, and as part of a cohesive team that together completes daily sample intake and processing promptly
  • Strong communication skills and a proactive approach in all duties
  • Ability to integrate and apply feedback in a professional manner
  • Ability to prioritize and drive to results with a high emphasis on quality
  • Knowledge and understanding of GMP pharmaceutical production, pharmaceutical plant operation and associated testing methods
  • Experience with Quality Control testing and laboratory operations for common testing methods and equipment (e.g., Bioassay and Immunoassay, such as Potency, ELISA, DNA Testing)
  • Good communication skills (technical writing and verbal communication/ presentation)

21. BS in Pharmacology with 5 years of Experience

  • Prior experience in plate-based assay development
  • Proficiency in statistical analysis software, such as JMP, Minitab, and R, experience with Excel and/or Prism
  • Ability to adhere to and execute program Protocols / Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
  • Excellent communication and writing skills
  • Strong organization and record-keeping skills will be critical for success in this position
  • Experience in Analytical Development, Synthetic Biology, or High Throughput Screening laboratories 
  • Experience in the laboratory
  • Ability to prioritize tasks with a high emphasis on quality
  • Ability to accept, integrate, and apply constructive feedback in a professional manner
  • Ability to be able to work as part of a team within a highly collaborative environment
  • Strong computer, internet, and software operation skills
  • Knowledge of molecular diagnostics and Next-generation sequencing

22. BS in Toxicology with 3 years of Experience

  • Working experience in pharmaceutical microbiology
  • Knowledge of pharmaceutical microbiological methods and cGMPS
  • Understanding of scientific principles 
  • Ability to handle multiple tasks concurrently and complete tasks in a timely fashion
  • Must be able to communicate effectively across all departments and levels of management
  • Understanding of laboratory instruments and methods
  • Must have excellent writing skills to write clear and concise reports
  • Industry experience within the manufacturing/production environment
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